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Ciao Andiamo worked with us to plan a trip of a lifetime to Italy. From beginning to end Jon and company were a pleasure to work with. After an initial conversation they sent us the first draft of an itinerary, including hotel options. Reading that first draft showed us that Jon had listened to our interests and understood who we were and what would work for us. Throughout the planning process our questions and ideas were responded to quickly and the itinerary continued to evolve based on our thoughts and feedback. They provided as much help as we wanted and didn't try to take over everything. The trip itself was even more fun than the planning process, and achieved a perfect balance of guided tours and time on our own . One person in our group has limited mobility and Jon made sure that all hotels, in addition to having elevators, were in great locations with easy access to great wanderings, attractions, restaurants and more. Our tours were led by friendly guides who knew their subjects, were great communicators and loved sharing their knowledge. Their guidance allowed us to experience local markets, major attractions like the Colosseum and the Uffizi and neighborhood streets in ways that would have been impossible either on our own or as part of a larger group. We would plan another trip with Ciao Andiamo without hesitation. My only regret is that they only focus on Italy - but they do that exceedingly well!

You're going to have to add more stars to the rating program because Ciao Andiamo and Max Brunelli deserve way more than 5 stars!

My husband and I recently experienced the Taste of Umbria Adventure. I had hesitations in booking at first because my husband and I aren't "group" people per say. However, after speaking with Cecile (NYC office) not only did my hesitations disappear, I was beyond excited for this adventure. Leading up to the trip, Cecile did an amazing job of answering all of my questions and giving me all of the information that I will need for the trip.

It's hard to put into words the actual tour experience itself. The flawless Umbria landscape, food, wine, and way of life combined with, and maybe even overshadowed by, the expertise and humor of Max Brunelli made this trip unforgettable. This wasn't a tour, it was an experience with a friend. Ok, now that I've gushed over our love for Max and the Umbria region, let's get real. If you like food, wine, history and experiencing vacation off the beaten path, this is for you. We felt like we were living like true Italians, not just any Italians but locals to the Umbria region (which are the best, right?) We learned to make cheese, pizza, bread; had a full cooking class, tasted some of the best wines we've ever experienced all while relaxing and taking in the most beautiful landscape. My husband and I can't say enough about Max. It would be almost impossible to truly experience this region without a guide, we just happen to have the best that there is. Maybe our senses of humor just meshed right away but we really felt like we were visiting a friend that was showing us their favorite places.

To summarize, 5 stars aren't enough. Check our Max's facebook or Instagram to see what a vacation with him will be like, I'm willing to bet you'll book it right away. Not only did we have the best vacation of our lives but we gained a friend and are already planning our next trip back with Max...maybe a one way ticket this time :-)

My family and I have been on two trips with Ciao Andiamo and hope to return for a third. The team takes care of every single detail even dietary needs. Our son was diagnosed with celiac disease and we weren't sure if he could go to Italy due to his diet restriction. Max Brunelli co-owner of Ciao Andiamo told me that our son would "eat like a king" and he did. Every hotel had gluten free options and my son ate gluten free pasta almost every night.

Max Brunelli makes the journey through Italy fun and eventful. His desire is for his guests to experience Italy like a local: he has a true heart for sharing Italy. If you are thinking about an Italy trip than I highly recommend you book with Ciao Andiamo.

Rome to Positano to Montefalco to Rome

I cannot say enough about out tour with Ciao Andiamo! No detail was left out. From the beautiful hotel in Positano, to the tour of Capri and Pompeii to start our tour. Next we toured Rome and had the most wonderful hotel overlooking the Pantheon (don't skip the gelato). Then on to Montefalco and beautiful Umbria and Max. Max made us feel like family and we tasted the most amazing wines at Cordella, Dionogi and others great wineries.

You WILL NOT be disappointed when you book your Italy tour with Ciao! Jonathon and Max really know how to treat their clients and give them all they desire from Italy. We are already planning our return trip with Ciao Andiamo next spring!

See you then Max!

Max was great. He's very warm and easy to get along with. He makes you feel like you are on a trip with family or an old friend. The tour is small and personal and informative. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to explore Italy.

Ciao Andiamo is absolutely amazing. They took care of everything, added and changed the itinerary to exactly what we wanted, created special moments and experiences and less on the touristy sites. They are unique and have used them many times and have passed them along with highest recommendations to my friends.

We traveled as a couple to Tuscany/Umbria and the Amalfi Coast with Ciao Andiamo last fall. The trip far exceeded any expectations we had. We like to travel a lot, and I was hesitant to let someone else take charge of planning our Italian adventure. In the planning process, Ciao Andiamo could not have been more attentive. They listened to our preferences and special requests, and crafted an unforgettable journey that was customized just for us.
From the moment we arrived into Rome, everything was seamless. We did not have to think about one single detail and were ushered from one incredible experience to another. The accommodations at each stop were also top notch. The first portion of our trip was a private tour of Amalfi. Each driver, each guide, we had there were not only incredibly knowledgeable but also could not have been more friendly or personable. Our time on the Amalfi Coast was truly magical. Once back in Rome, we met up with a small group tour to travel to Tuscany/Umbria. Our top of the line guide, Max, insured we saw authentic Italy. He had a true passion for his country that was palpable. We travelled off the beaten path to small villages where we able to experience the culture of the region and truly made to feel like we were family. So much wine, incredible food, breathtaking scenery, and the most loveliest people.
Ciao Andiamo allowed us to discover Italy in ways we never imagined possible. We will continue to use them any time we return to the country.

We recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Piedmonte/Langhe region with Max from Ciao Andiamo as our host. We were immediately welcomed by him and made to feel comfortable and safe. Max is warm and friendly, knowledgeable and great at finding off the map locations.
We visited vineyards, hunted for truffles, ate at the finest restaurants and enjoyed each other's company immensely.
If you are lucky enough to have the pleasure of this experience I promise it will be the trip of a lifetime!
The Cerchione family.

Ciaoandiamo.com provide unique tours led by a local experts in Max Brunelli & Cristiana Chiacchierini. Don't expect a cookie cutter tours with them - every day is an adventure when you are on one of their tours. Their travel expertise is not only their specialty, but their passion. For even the most seasoned travelers, it can take weeks, even months, of building relationships and understanding a culture well enough to have an authentic experience. It is Max & Cristiana’s desire to bridge that gap to provide an instant connection for you while in Italy, so you can start experiencing the Italian way of life from day one of your journey.

I first went on one of their tours almost 8 years ago and I continue to go back to Italy with them every year. Every year I bring a group of photographers and look forward to revisiting the treasures of Italy. They cannot help but impart their love for their culture and homeland, the "secret Italy," with those who have a deep appreciation to experience new places, old traditions and a beautiful countryside. It is more than their years of experience in touring the untouched parts of Italy that make their trips so remarkable.

We had the great pleasure of having Max as our personal tour guide during our visit to the Piedmont region of Italy in November 2016- with a group of dear friends. Our experience was wonderful because of the expert planning done by Max. From our wonderful stay at a former castle to the winery tours, to truffle hunting and having exceptional meals, we couldn't have asked for anything more. In addition, Max made us feel as if we were family and it felt like we knew him always. We would absolutely recommend Ciao Andiamo Tours for anyone looking to experience a magnificent trip to Italy or anyplace else. We will certainly use Max for our next trip abroad. Renee and Tom Sorrentino

Have you ever wanted to travel through Italy with your best Italian friend and explore the places through the eyes of the locals? Visit the "secret spots" and feel that you are no longer a tourist, but a part of the family? Ciao Andiamo will provide you just that special feeling. Our first trip through the Amalfi Coast and Southern Italy with Max Brunelli and his amazing team was unforgettable. Professional, experienced, attentive to every need, fun, organized, and easy going, he quickly earned the title "magical Max." This was the perfect small group tour - 2 couples, where all we had to do is show up. From the time we arrived, each day was seamlessly organized, full of surprises, incredible journeys, AMAZING FOOD!, well orchestrated schedules, and provided good balance of personal time and guided excursions through the unique hidden treasures of Italy. Private cooking lessons, wine tastings, guided tours, secret beautiful spots for amazing photos... Off the beaten path is every way, and the best we could have imagined! We loved our experience so much that we returned the next year to explore the North of Italy with the exact same group who now became dear friends. We even had Ciao Andiamo help set up for us the most memorable engagement in a beautiful castle!!! The team created a magical experience of a lifetime, and they truly hold a special place in our heart. We can't recommend them enough! We still have a lot of Italy to explore, and will be back with Ciao Andiamo family again and again.

Last year, I decided to celebrate my husband's milestone birthday by organizing a 25 day trip to Italy. This would be his first trip to Europe, and I wanted to make it special.

While doing my research for the trip online, I stumbled upon the website for Ciao Andiamo and watched their videos and read all of their reviews. I was very impressed with everything I saw and read and decided to explore this boutique travel company further by giving them a call. Well, the Ciao Andiamo staff was beyond accommodating and immediately put me in contact with one of their owners, Jonathan Pollack (Jon), who worked with us personally to developed our customized trip itinerary. No detail was overlooked, and it was the trip of a lifetime!

During the 25 days we were it Italy, we had private drivers and tour guides in every city. Our group tours while in Parma, Modena and Cinque Terre, were kept small (6-8 people). No huge group tours here! Maximiliano Brunelli (Max), the other owner on the Italy side of the company, was our tour guide, who was not only an expert in knowledge of the areas we visited, but also the most charismatic, accommodating and full of life host you could ever have. Max just knows his stuff and is a joy to be with! We were sorry to leave him behind when it was time to continue our trip to other parts of Italy. However, never fear because Ciao Andiamo had our trip completely under control.

As we continued on our journey through Tuscany, touring Florence, San Gimignano and Lucca, wine tasting and culinary delights awaited us at every turn as our guide and driver made sure we didn't miss a thing. Next, our gorgeous high speed train ride from Milan to Naples opened the door to a part of Italy that is truly splendid: the Amalfi Coast. This is where we vowed to return to spend at least 10 days. After wine tasting and a fabulous lunch at a winery at the foothills of Mt Vesuvius and a tour of Pompeii, we were off to Rome. Our tour guide was so personable and knowledgeable, and we learned so many interesting details of the ancient Roman culture you could never learn on your own. Walking the warm streets of Rome at night and visiting the sparkling white Trevi Fountain, stopping for a gelato at a local shop - what could be better? A visit to Lake Como perhaps! Another high speed train ride brought us to our final destination, Lake Como up in the northern most mountains of Italy. Truly spectacular and very relaxing, touring the lake via private boat was amazing. While on our own, we even shopped in the charming town of Bellagio.

Traveling and touring through Italy was a fantastic culinary adventure, a historical paradise and a complete joy that was due to the meticulous planning and follow through of the Ciao Andiamo team. When there was a question, they were just a phone call away and always so helpful and professional. If you are traveling to Italy for a week or several weeks, trust Ciao Andiamo to make your Italian experience one you will never forget.

Thank you Jon, Max and the team! We love you ...

Max Brunelli and Ciao Andiamo provided one of the best boutique tour experiences we have ever had. His attitude and attention to the smallest detail truly made our time exploring the incredible Piemonte region a memory for a lifetime. I (and everyone in my group) will certainly use them again, and in the near future.

Ciao Andiamo is the best company to travel around Italy with.
If you want to drink the best wine, taste the most delicious and authentic food, stay in beautiful accommodations and see the most spectacular off the beaten path towns and villages with breathtaking views, Max Brunelli ( the owner of the company) is the quide for you.
He will make you fall in love with Italy and it's culture and you will definitely will want to go back and maybe even become his friend.